"It was very important against a very good team that is one of the best in the league," he said. "Thanks to this guy (Martial), we managed to score a goal and to win this very difficult game. Congratulations to our opponents today because they were very, very good and it was a great game.

"I think the fans enjoyed it and the most important thing is we took the three points and we can focus on the next game now.

"I think they had a little bit more of the ball in the first half, but we had more clear chances. They play great football, but the most important thing is the result at the end and we managed to win.

"If we continue like this, and fight like this, we can compete for the title.

"It’s important to win these kinds of games. We dropped points in our last game and we also drew against Liverpool, so it was very important to win, at home especially.”